Welcome to the Senate Standing Committee on Business, Professions and Economic Development

JURISDICTION: Bills relating to business and professional practices and regulations other than bills relating to horseracing, alcoholic beverages, oil, mining, geothermal, or forestry industries.

COMMITTEE RULES

As of February 28, 2023, the Governor terminated the state's COVID-19 State of Emergency. Procedures put in place to accommodate the pandemic restrictions have been reverted back to pre-pandemic practices. Teleconference testimony during committee hearings will no longer be available.

The Senate continues to welcome the public and provides access to both in-person and written participation for public comment. If you are unable to attend a hearing in person, written comments or testimony can be provided directly to the committees by emailing the committee or utilizing the Advocacy Portal.

Please note the various ways we are available to assist you:

Committee phone: (916) 651-4104

Committee Staff:

Sarah Mason: sarah.mason@sen.ca.gov

Yeaphana La Marr: Yeaphana.LaMarr@sen.ca.gov

Elissa Silva: elissa.silva@sen.ca.gov

Krimilda McKenzie: krimilda.mckenzie@sen.ca.gov


**POSITION LETTERS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 5 P.M. ON MONDAY, ONE WEEK PRIOR TO THE MONDAY HEARING**

 
For information on how to submit a position letter please see the Advocacy Quick Reference Guide